Why isn't he "Sir Mark Knopfler?" The man has been supporting great causes all of his adult life. And he deserves to be recognised for all that he has done to help those in need.

@stnhld2841

3 ай бұрын

He tells amazing stories through his music, it’s just a completely different level to anyone else. Completely agree on that too so many good causes over the years and never in the limelight about it.

@vincent90861

3 ай бұрын

Following him for a while, I think he is the kind of person who does not care at all about pompous titles

@TheRobinj13

3 ай бұрын

Because he’s not a corrupt politician!

@NeilJR

3 ай бұрын

Maybe he has refused the title. Many people do.

@stnhld2841

3 ай бұрын

@@NeilJR he has an OBE, perhaps the firm have been a little distracted of late.

A great musician, a great poet - but an even greater person - the ever-humble Mark Knopfler... one of humanity's most valuable gems.

He stands for me for a Britain that's gone. The elegant Britain, cultured with a touch of sophistication, and a polite, respectful language.

@user-ml5uu7ph4g

3 ай бұрын

I feel the same for my country, France.

@ibz470

3 ай бұрын

He's literally still alive, so it's a Britain which is still very much still here. What you described is alive and well.

@tompoynton

2 ай бұрын

give over, troll peter

@krollpeter

2 ай бұрын

@@tompoynton It's hard to hear the truth, right, Tom? From Thatcher onwards the British population has given their vote to one idiot after the other, with increasing idiocracy. The highlight so far: Boris!

@ColtraneTaylor

2 ай бұрын

A veneer of sophistication with a violent, racist mentality beneath. The British have always been the bastards of the last few centuries.

What a lovely man. Such a change to the "celebrities" we have today. May his good work go on.

@gregwall1243

2 ай бұрын

Well said m'lady

I have the feeling that MK feels lucky to have been able to live his dream, and tries to share that luck with others very often. For those kids he is a real local hero❤

This cancer survivor salutes you, Mr Knopfler. Your good works and kind words do not go unnoticed

This amazing man, a true professional being of life, and not just the brilliance of his life long work but also the way throughout he has kept good and proper his private life simply that - Private. No crap, no media spin and never making his music a politic forum. Just a true professional who puts many to shame. Thank you Mr. Knopfler for your life work.

I'm sitting in Balmain Australia as a 70+ year old thinking how great Dire Straits (especially Mark) were in "my day", then I come across this video - Mark you are a real legend twice over - firstly for the music and even more for your charity work, you are real LOCAL HERO

@cormacbailey775

3 ай бұрын

Greetings from lreland. Lived in balmain 1988 1992.great pubs cricketers Arms, unity Hall, pig and whistle ,William Wallace. Worked on the mortbay units .Great place great people .hope it hasn't changed too much

@richardjoy5060

3 ай бұрын

@@cormacbailey775 Thanks for your message, Balmain like most places has changed since the 1980's a very different demographic but we still have more pubs than any other suburb in Sydney.! Now the pubs are more food-orientated but still great pub culture. Unfortunately, the William Wallace (the last unrenovated in Balmain) has closed.

@cormacbailey775

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the reply. Iam 64 now when I saw your message,I relived my youth for a few happy minutes. Thanks for the memories, hope you are well and all the very best for the future.

@andyjames2082

3 ай бұрын

I Hear you, I'm 63 and watching from Adelaide.

@MrFoxboy7

2 ай бұрын

Richard we have been very lucky with all the brilliant music we've had over the years not like the drivel of today

Mark Knopfler - absolute class.

what a legend, what a cause, we lost our only child from cancer, so, this cause is close to my heart, god bless Mr. Knopfler.

Newcastle and the whole of Britain will be proud of your musical accomplishments and your charity work . Well done lad our local hero

@emeraldabroad2771

3 ай бұрын

glaswegian

@emale000

3 ай бұрын

​​​@@emeraldabroad2771 Scotstoun lad like myself 👌 Song was written for Local Hero, movie about Scotland.

@Leigh69

3 ай бұрын

@@emeraldabroad2771but sees himself as a Geordie

@leonmcnair4615

2 ай бұрын

He sees himself as British. All of his folk songs have a fusion of Scottish, Irish, and English folk tunes@@Leigh69

@emale000

2 ай бұрын

@@Leigh69 A Geordie writing songs about Scotstoun? (Border Reiver) 🥱

I want to say something,but I can’t think of anything good enough to say about Mark Knopfler; just wish there were more like him.

The World needs wonderful humans like Mark knopfler🤘🤘🤘

How wonderful is this. Whenever I hear this song, I think of my beloved son, serving in Harm's Way, how we will cry in each other's arms until there are no more tears. Thank you, Sir Mark. Bravo.

Love Mark , such a great man . Very humble and caring . RESPECT MARK KNOPFLER

@kickazz999

Ай бұрын

❤throb

What a great man mark is.

Can't believe i didn't realise Mark knopfler was a geordie!? Great guy. Music from my childhood

Mark is a truly unique person who has lived his life in a very measured and conscientious way. His own attitude towards living and learning every day has always been an example to me. His music lives inside of people´s minds and hearts. I have had the pleasure of hearing Mark play "Going Home" live many times. It would always be the last song of the concert and would always have a melancholy FEEL as you knew that this was IT. THE END of an incredible musical show in this supremely, talented man´s prescence. He embodies all that makes a full-bodied, fully-enriched person. Newcastle can be proud. As an English female, I am so very proud of this truly great man. I have signed posters of him on my lounge walls, a whole shelf dedicated to his music albums, all of which I listen to with great regularity. He has certainly made a "MARK" on my life and what a beautiful "MARK" it is. Everything he does is done with beautiful thoughts behind it which is why everything he does is a glittering success which millions of people will enjoy and be "ENRICHED" by. Just as the cancer patients and staff will have been so warmly touched by his visit. GREAT MAN!! Thanks for sharing.

@jivebunny3765

3 ай бұрын

For me, Mark never plays Going Home with enough "oomph" live, at least not compared to the studio version. I would, at best, call his live performances of the song as being a bit pedestrian, although his "pedestrian" is still a few levels above that of most other guitarists.

@robinwatson4282

2 ай бұрын

Lovely words - really enjoyed reading that.

@msmusiclover4658

2 ай бұрын

@@robinwatson4282 Thank you! I could wax lyrical about this spectacularly talented man all day. I even included him in the dedication of my first published book!!!! Here is the dedication for your enjoyment! "This work is dedicated to all those who have loved me and still love me, my beloved family. To all the teachers in my life who have shared their knowledge with me. To each and every brewer of mint tea, who has shared their brew with me, along with their time and company and to each and every wonderful person whose path I have crossed and who has shared their pearls of wisdom with me. To Mr. John Lydon and `All The Young Punks´, The Clash, the late Bob Marley, the late Peter Tosh, UB40 and The Specials, whose pearls of wisdom have shown themselves to be just that! And to my favourite troubadour Mark Knopfler for taking me away with him on his travels and soothing my soul for the last four decades! Thankyou all, life just would not have ever had the same beautiful shine without you all!"

Extraordinary musician and a national treasure. Simple as. Respect!!

As a father, it's hard to watch this without shedding tears for those beautiful young people who struggle daily with the worst of challenges. To see Mr Knopfler's involvement like this is so wonderful. We can only hope that the dreaded C passes us by without knocking, but one never knows. I just lost my beloved dad to it a few months ago. Can't imagine having a child go through it. Love from Sydney - Dave

Sir Mark to me !!!! An inspiration to all. A true Gentleman. Thanks.

The one and only mark we so respect you and adore your music

There are many heroes and legends, there is only one Mark Knopfler❤🙏🏻

Mark Knopfler a great human - a guitar legend

I’m proud of myself and Mark as Im listening him when I was 16 & now I’m 55

@janetmohn5376

9 сағат бұрын

Saw them when I was 15; my first live concert. I turned 55 a few weeks ago. Takes me back to simpler times and I think I appreciate the mastery more today then ever before. I was up in the nosebleeds, so I couldn't see Mark's face as he played, but the pure joy in his smile on this video says everything.

And yet another layer of Mark Knopfler is peeled away for all of us to see more of this incredible man.

One day, the full extent of Mark, and Dire Straits' charitable endeavours will be disclosed. It will be staggering. Well done Sir.

I originate from South West London and have had the privilege of seeing so many great British singers and bands over the years but my big regret is never having been to a Dire Straights/ Mark Knopfler concert. I just love the music some of which just brings tears to my eyes.

@donzabonza2026

2 ай бұрын

Oh how I can associate with your circumstance, I feel the same..why have I not seen this great legend live. Atleast we get to feel his music, it moves my heart & soul ❤️ 💙

I’ll never love this man enough. Thank you Mark

Mark Knopfler: An otherworldly guitarist and songwriter, and an even better human being. Blessings on him!

What a great guy. A true legend in his own lifetime.

Cancer is bad at any age, been there seen that rang the bell. God love these teens, I wish them all the best.

@tinat327

2 ай бұрын

Cancer in children is a good reason not to believe in god.

Was at St James’s Park on Saturday, and hearing the new production of Going Home was the highlight of the day for me. Sounded amazing in the stadium, and I’m a Wolves fan!

Newcastle is a place I would like to visit. Sweet folks there

I saw the movie Local Hero when it was released in Melbourne back in 1983. I fell in love with the soundtrack and still play it today - I never get sick of it. It's beautiful music.❤🎶🎵

@ktpinnacle

3 ай бұрын

Same for me. Still one of my favorite movies and the song continues to wind it's way through my life 40 years later.

@geertastavis1997

3 ай бұрын

Belgium instead of Melbourne, but dito....

Dear Geordies, Hi from the Scottish Highlands. This song means a lot to us too. If you listen carefully, you can still hear the phone box ringing.... If you know, you know.

@markearley9200

Ай бұрын

and a motorbike.

Going Home comes from one of my Fav films of all time "Local Hero". Conjures up seeing the Scottish scenery.

What a guy… The best.

This song is so special to me. I played when I got home for the weekend at my parents farm, back in the 80s. I was so happy to be home! So I played this loud, the live version, I was home…. I was a student back then, I am 59 now. But this song still makes me feel 21 again, such a strong song. Didn’t know it was the anthem of Newcastle… sorry boys… maybe I will visit a game there one day.

Great music by a great Scotsman born in Glasgow.

One of our absolutely best. Sir Mark!

mark i hope you realise how many geordies you inspire, not just through your music amongst musicians but also through the football fans and also your support for the various charities, you are very much loved and appreciated for not just your musicianship but your humanity too. respect, big respect.

This man is so special.Brings me to tears thinking of what a great soul he is . ❤

My favourite track from Brothers in arms. It was the b side and I listened to it non stop for months!

Mark is such an amazing charitable man 🎸

Legendary. His music is a big part of my life.

The man is an icon , and that is from a southern or even worse a London softie. All power to the man .

A good example makes more people want to do the same....GOD BLESS!!! REALLY NICE TO SEE THIS KIND OF ATTITUDE...👋👋👋🙏🌍🌎🌏 UNITED WE CAN CHANGE THINGS INDEED...

From Canada, Local Hero is one of my all time favourites, I even went out of my way to visit Pennan on a trip to Scotland in 2012. This Song never fails to move me. Can’t wait to hear this version

Great contribution to society, well done Mark and all the staff.

What a wonderful man! And he can play a bit too! Bless you Mark.

Thank you Mark Knopfler, and yes, as others have commented you are the hero, and all the others who have now stepped up and joined you with the new version of Going Home. Its a classic.

Amasing humble down to earth man… Bless you Mark! ❤️

But remember , Mark was born and lived in Glasgow till he was seven , it’s where he gets his Celtic touch to many of his tunes and songs , and this tune was the theme tune to the great movie Local Hero , filmed mostly in the NE of Scotland , great movie 😊

@WDH59510

3 ай бұрын

The beach scenes were filmed near Mallaig on the West Coast.

Wonderful, selfless gesture Mark, you sir a a genuine legend.

Mark is MY god !!! Since 1980 ! Thank you for this vidéo. Hello from France.

Not everyone knows how to listen to this song. It takes a good ear, but it is a fantastic creation. Thanks, Mark🙏

Had the good fortune and Honour of meeting Mark, An Absolutely Smashing Fella, Warm Engaging and Completely down to earth, A real Gentleman and what a fantastic musician and songwriter up there with them all.. ⭐️🌞🙏❤️🙌

I've loved this song since first hearing it on the Local Hero soundtrack. It was such a small movie I had no idea it was so loved by so many ❤🇨🇦

Mark is awesome, its also great to see he is looking after himself and looking much healthier, I saw him live a few years ago and he couldn't move on stage, really great to see

What a great story, what a great man, I too think it's time for Sir Mark!

A wonderful man ! I salute you ! 😊

A friend of mine just became diagnosed with Cancer during a common vacation on Malta. He was found out down there to have three Cancer Tumors in his brain, and hardly reached our home in Denmark before he died a few days after!

Using his incredible talent to help people for year after year..that's a Great man!

Of the best guitarist in the world . Period. But what he did here is even more important.well done mark

He is genuinely interested in these people you can see that. Great man. A lot of other ‘celebrities’ doing charity for themselves…

@Hexon66

2 ай бұрын

Why the need to be negative? Celebrate the man, that's enough. But if you're going to go the other way, have the courage to name names. Otherwise you're just the old man shouting at clouds.

What a great human🫡

Le plus grand de tous les guitaristes song writer et chanteursr

He’s such a wonderful soul bless him ! thank you so much for your efforts Mark (and the music )🙏

My fav stadium shows from the 80s are Dire Straits, great music, still played today. Lovely to hear MarkK doing this great work. Yes, he shld be Sir!! Cheers from NZ.

The greatest guitarist .period 😊 great songwriter too

God Bless Sir !!!..You are not Just a Musician and a Song Writer but You have Done many Wonderful things !!!.. Sending You and to all Dire Straits Fans Love and Best Wishes from 🇩🇪.. Cheers 🍻

I first saw Local Hero before making my first trip 'across the pond'. Going Home expressed the longing and home sickness I felt for a place I had never been but loved deeply in my heart since I was a child. All these years later (and 4 trips over) nothing has changed my mind about that in the least!

I received the CD on the date of its release! Awesome recording and for a very worthy cause!👍👍👍🤜🤜🤜🎸🎸🎸

Fabulous cause and great all round bloke is mark ‼️

Mark Knopfler has truly been a great man his whole life. Truly awesome in every respect.

Well done Mark, and everyone else involved. You are a true Local Hero x

@jacquismith3277

3 ай бұрын

You sure are. ❤

What a fine story. Thank-you. Lots of love to all from Sydney, Australia.

What an amazing man! He continues to lift people to new heights. What a gift to us all.

True gentleman, a legend and what a guitar player!! Good on him, every time i stand at SJP watching NUFC enter the pitch the hairs on back of my neck stand up and tear comes to my eye such is the passion and meaning this track brings

@smudger746

2 ай бұрын

I’m a mackem…. But my mate who was killed in Afghanistan was a die hard mag supporter. Every time I hear going home I always think of him

Mark Knopfler , Legendary, Legend

This song gave me goosebumps, when I first heard it watching the movie 'Local Hero', and it still gives.

Love Mark. A Real Man doesn’t have to be “tough”. ie. brothers in arms.

My hero... Love Mark Knopfler and what he have done and are amazed with his talent. Will never be anyone like him.

How wonderful is that, bravo Mark.

Great song ... Great man ... wish other well known artists would follow Mark Knopflers example just think of all the good it could do for so many ... thanks for posting.

Such a kind humble man ❤

Mark an amazing person a beautiful thing to do 👏👏👏🙏

Love this song. Love the movie Local Hero. Love Knopfler. Such a great guy and such a good cause.

Mr. Knopfler, what a great person you are! It’s a such a happy news!

Mark's just the best in many ways. Thanks!!

Mark is a truly-kind and caring person. And... a stellar musician and singer.

What a 'beautiful caring human being' Mark Knopfler clearly is!! And in addition 'huge respect' for the other musical greats whose unwavering passion for this is so apparent as well!!😊😊

A great man with a very great "M". Special thanks for all ! Yes, for all. Respect from Belgium

I think Mark is unique and this song has touched the heart of millions. You truly are a Local Hero

Lovely greetings Mark Knopfler ♥️ thank you for video thank you and the people 💯🎸🎶🍀☮️🎉

I love this man!

May be the best human on earth ❤ without doubt the best guitar 🎸 player with Clapton and Green 😊

La música de Mark Knopfler es ,ha sido y será la banda sonora de mi vida....un compositor increíble..y una persona maravillosa Un estilo único!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Al Sr Mark Knopfler un monumento es poco lo que se merece siempre apoyando buenas causas eso dice todo sobre su calidad humana como admirador y fan de el de toda la vida le deseo lo mejor siempre recordaré sus conciertos en directo este si es una leyenda de las grandes 🇪🇦